Apple Crisp without Oats (Gluten Free)

Ingredients

• 1 cup (213g) light brown sugar, firmly packed
• 1-1/2 cups (180g) gluten-free 1-for-1 flour blend* or all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp cardamom
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt
• 12 tbsp (1-1/2 sticks; 170g) unsalted butter, cold and diced
• Whipped cream, optional, for garnishing
• 3 to 4 medium tart apples (such as Granny Smith)
• 3 to 4 medium sweet apples (such as Honeycrisp or Jonathan)
• 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1/2 cup (107g) brown sugar, firmly packed
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground ginger
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground cardamom
• 3 tbsp (21g) cornstarch
• Pinch of kosher salt

Instructions

1. 1

   Butter a medium-sized baking dish. I used a...: Butter a medium-sized baking dish. I used a 7x11-inch rectangular pan (18x28 cm).

2. 2

   Make the Filling: Peel and core the apples...: Make the Filling: Peel and core the apples then chop into 1/2-inch pieces. Place in a large mixing bowl. Pour the lemon juice over the apples and gently toss to coat evenly.

3. 3

   In another bowl, combine the brown sugar, spices,...: In another bowl, combine the brown sugar, spices, cornstarch, and salt, gently mixing with a fork until evenly mixed. Pour over the apples and mix until each piece is evenly coated.

4. 4

   Pour coated apples into the buttered dish spreading...: Pour coated apples into the buttered dish spreading them to cover the bottom of the pan and heap slightly in the center if your pan is smaller. Set aside.

5. 5

   Preheat the oven to 375°F (191°C).

6. 6

   Prepare the Topping: In a large bowl, stir...: Prepare the Topping: In a large bowl, stir together the brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, and the salt. Mix well. Add the butter and cut it in with a pastry cutter or use your hands to mix until it is a little lumpy and the butter is evenly distributed in small pieces.

7. 7

   Spread the topping over the apples in the...: Spread the topping over the apples in the baking pan, being sure all the apples are covered.

8. 8

   Bake for 35 to 45 minutes until the...: Bake for 35 to 45 minutes until the topping is golden brown. Start checking at 35 minutes; keep baking if needed until the top is golden and the apples are tender. Remove from the oven and let rest for 15 minutes before scooping out servings. Top with a dollop of whipped cream if desired and serve.